English dictionary
affirmative
adjectivePronunciation
əˈfɜːmətɪv
Audio pronunciation
Parts of speech
Definitions
adjective
- affirming or giving assent
adjective
- expressing or manifesting praise or approval
adjective
- expecting the best
noun
- a reply of affirmation
Example sentences
an affirmative decision
affirmative votes
approbative criticism
an affirmative nod
an affirmative outlook
he answered in the affirmative